L&T and Telangana Government Launch Medigadda Sinking Pillars Investigation

25 Oct 2023 CW Team

In a significant development, Larsen & Toubro (L&T) and the Telangana government have jointly commenced an investigation into the alarming incident of sinking pillars at Medigadda. This incident has raised concerns over the stability and structural integrity of crucial infrastructure in the region.

The sinking pillars issue came to light, causing apprehension among residents and authorities, as the reliability of the structures is paramount for the ongoing infrastructure projects in Telangana. Medigadda plays a pivotal role in the Kaleshwaram Lift Irrigation Scheme, a vital water management project.

The collaborative probe aims to identify the underlying causes of the pillar subsidence, addressing potential design flaws, geological factors, or construction issues. The findings of this inquiry will have far-reaching implications for the ongoing development initiatives in the state.

This joint effort between L&T, a renowned infrastructure conglomerate, and the Telangana government reflects their commitment to ensuring safety and reliability in critical projects. The investigation is a significant step towards resolving the issue and safeguarding future infrastructure investments in the region.

Infrastructure Urban

13 Mar 2026

Implementation Status of Jal Jeevan Mission

Since August 2019 the Government has implemented Jal Jeevan Mission to provide assured potable water through household tap connections in rural India. At the start of the mission only 32.3 million (mn) rural households, representing 16.7 per cent, were reported to have tap water connections. States and union territories have reported that 125.8 mn additional rural households have since been provided with tap connections. As a result, of about 193.6 mn rural households roughly 158.2 mn, or 81.71 per cent, are reported to have tap water supply at home.\n\nThe State, district and village level st..

Jal Jeevan Mission Reaches Eighty One Per Cent Rural Coverage

The Government reported substantial progress under the Jal Jeevan Mission, launched in August 2019 to provide tap water to every rural household. At launch only 32.3 million (mn) rural households had tap connections and states and Union territories reported provision of 125.8 mn additional households by March 2026. Consequently, out of about 193.6 mn rural households around 158.2 mn, or 81.71 per cent, are reported to have tap water at home. The Finance Minister announced extension of the mission until 2028 in the 2025-26 budget speech. The Swachh Bharat Mission Grameen, launched in October 20..

Empowering Local Governance for Sustainable Rural Water Supply

The Ministry of Jal Shakti has aligned the Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM) with the 73rd Amendment to strengthen village level planning and community ownership of water supply. Gram Panchayats, village water and sanitation committees and Pani Samitis are to plan, implement, manage and maintain piped water systems, with gram sabha processes formalising handover and oversight. Implementation support agencies including non government organisations, community based organisations and self help groups have been empanelled to train local committees and promote women participation. Under JJM, the department ..